My Share of the Task: A Memoir

In this illuminating memoir, McChrystal frankly explores the major episodes and controversies of his eventful career. He delves candidly into the intersection of history, leadership, and his own experience to produce a book of enduring value. Joining the troubled post-Vietnam army as a young officer, McChrystal witnessed and participated in some of our military’s most difficult struggles. He describes the many outstanding leaders he served with and the handful of bad leaders he learned not to emulate.

Yes! Finally this amazing inspiration shares his story: from political questions to times shared with his wife Annie. No dry moments:,We get to travel with him. If you thought we lost something when he got sacked or retired Obama-style. You need to give it a tough-listen by which I mean you might get to see a personn loaded with experiences and a big heart. He is an amazing storyteller and a great American leader.

Hold Still

In words and illustrations, Ingrid left behind a painful farewell in her journal for Caitlin. Now Caitlin is left alone, by loss and by choice, struggling to find renewed hope in the wake of her best friend's suicide. With the help of family and newfound friends, Caitlin will encounter first love, broaden her horizons, and start to realize that true friendship didn't die with Ingrid.

Dollbaby: A Novel

When Ibby Bell's father dies unexpectedly in the summer of 1964, her mother unceremoniously deposits Ibby with her eccentric grandmother Fannie and throws in her father's urn for good measure. Fannie's New Orleans house is like no place Ibby has ever been - and Fannie, who has a tendency to end up in the local asylum - is like no one she has ever met. Fortunately, Fannie's black cook, Queenie, and her smart-mouthed daughter, Dollbaby, take it upon themselves to initiate Ibby into the ways of the South both its grand traditions and its darkest secrets.

An Angel from Hell: Real Life on the Front Lines

Ryan A. Conklin enlisted in the U.S. Army at age 17, following 9/11, and joined Angel Company. As a turret gunner with the famed 101st Airborne "Screaming Eagles" and a member of the famed "Rakkasans" regiment - the most decorated regiment in the U.S. Army - he endured hellish conditions in the war-torn city of Tikrit, Iraq.

What made the experience of listening to An Angel from Hell the most enjoyable?

This author does not try to be hardcore nor is he playing victim. He said he wrote the book as therapy and I dare say it is great to hear from him on patrol one day talking to a kid or joking with his fellow "angels". He also provide insight into the margins between life and death. Love and pain. You get to tap along to tap along and because he should be a coming you need to get ready for a lot of hard laughter. War sadly kill so keep some tissues close.

What other book might you compare An Angel from Hell to and why?

I have never heard anything like it.

Which character – as performed by Ryan A. Conklin – was your favorite?

The pilot scene over the radio. Since it is a memoir I pick a scene rather than a person.

You are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life

Bestselling author, speaker, and world-traveling success coach Jen Sincero cuts through the din of the self-help genre with her own verbal meat cleaver in You are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life. In this refreshingly blunt how-to guide, Sincero serves up twenty-seven bite-sized chapters full of hilariously inspiring stories, life-changing insights, easy exercises, and the occasional swear word.

Even though she used language from a course in miracles and says what Dyer, Tolle, Bernstein etc has told us (Those of us into self - development) it is in my opinion a memoir NOT self - development . This did not make me laughed at all.

Has You are a Badass turned you off from other books in this genre?

No! I love self - development books Which aim to give you great steps to take in order to do life miracle minded.

Would you be willing to try another one of Jen Sincero’s performances?

I would love to see her evolved. So I might give furter listens a chance.

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

Just One Day

A breathtaking journey toward self-discovery and true love, from the author of If I Stay. When sheltered American good girl Allyson "LuLu" Healey first meets laid-back Dutch actor Willem De Ruiter at an underground performance of Twelfth Night in England, there’s an undeniable spark. After just one day together, that spark bursts into a flame, or so it seems to Allyson, until the following morning, when she wakes up after a whirlwind day in Paris to discover that Willem has left. Over the next year, Allyson embarks on a journey to come to terms with the narrow confines of her life.

You Can Begin Again: No Matter What, It's Never Too Late

It's never too late for a new beginning. Look closely and you'll see that theme all through the Bible. Page after page, God delights in turning tragic endings into new beginnings. A childless woman conceives in her old age; a fearful, self-conscious shepherd becomes a leader of millions; and a prostitute becomes a wife and mother in the lineage of Christ. Every biblical fresh start reveals the amazing, awe-inspiring hope we have for our own new beginnings in God's plan for our lives.

Where does You Can Begin Again rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I hate to give traditional ranking to audiobooks. The reason is there are in my own opinion, no fair way to rank audiobooks. Different categories cannot be ranked in the same manner...In my opinion, this book is worthy of five stars based on the following: It is the first book by Joyce Meyer which I feel I have been personal, uplifting, and it is a book you will go back to again and again. The narrator is perfect, her voice is so calming. I really wish she could have red power thoughts because I tried listening to power thoughts ho

What was one of the most memorable moments of You Can Begin Again?

The moment I saw the Truth: Mega-pastors(I call them Christian "rock-Stars". They have millions watching them on TV or online, plus thousands of fans at the event itself. What des this mean? She has wisdom and communication-skills to reach all self-development addicts no matter what they call a higher-power. The reference to 250 scriptures might make you say "No way!" However, the references are a boost. The way she explains them will give faith in her way of thinking. It even helped me!By which I mean if you are tired of always going inward( Sometimes we need to know we are great and not alone, right?)

A Cup of Friendship: A Novel

From the author of the “bighearted . . . inspiring” (Vogue) memoir Kabul Beauty School comes a fiction debut as compelling as real life: the story of a remarkable coffee shop in the heart of Afghanistan, and the men and women who meet there - thrown together by circumstance, bonded by secrets, and united in an extraordinary friendship. A Cup of Friendship is the best kind of fiction - full of heart yet smart and thought-provoking.

If you could sum up A Cup of Friendship in three words, what would they be?

Female - power, friends love

What other book might you compare A Cup of Friendship to and why?

The Kite runner! They both discuss Afghanistan and the people who lives there. This book addresses the female but unlike the follow - up to The kite - runner this leaves you with hope.The help: Also about friends and the fight for FreedomWho asked you? Same topic

What does Mozhan Marno bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She gives each their true voice.

Who was the most memorable character of A Cup of Friendship and why?

Jack: A brave man who is not afraid to risk his life to save his female friends.

Any additional comments?

Totally wow - listen! Honesty, I have listened 20 times since buying it and I am delighted to say it still takes me to new levels.

If I Stay

In a single moment, everything changes. Seventeen year-old Mia has no memory of the accident; she can only recall riding along the snow-wet Oregon road with her family. Then, in a blink, she finds herself watching as her own damaged body is taken from the wreck.

Yes. This is far to amazing to miss. It is indeed a journey inside the head of somebody between here and the other side. It contains laughter, music a Patti smith ref. In short: The best five hours I have spent( Even yogi ' s need a miracle listen.

What was one of the most memorable moments of If I Stay?

When Adam land a punk- plan to get into the I.C.U.

What does Kirsten Potter bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She Is one Perfect Reader

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Beautiful Oblivion: Maddox Brothers, Book 1

Trenton Maddox was the king of Eastern State University, dating co-eds before he even graduated high school. His friends wanted to be him, and women wanted to tame him, but after a tragic accident turned his world upside down, Trenton leaves campus to come to grips with the crushing guilt. Eighteen months later, Trenton is living at home with his widower father, and works full-time at a local tattoo parlor to help with the bills. Just when he thinks his life is returning to normal, he notices Cami sitting alone at a table at The Red.

Where does Beautiful Oblivion rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I never give listens rankings. This book is more mature. No eye.rolling or "She said he said" you meet a woman who speaks her Truth. Forget any cry-baby pages . This lady knows how to stand-up for herself. My favorite by the author so far. It is better written and if you are digging her earlier books: Grab it! New to the author? You do not need the other stories to enjoy this.

What other book might you compare Beautiful Oblivion to and why?

Walking disaster, beautiful disaster, who asked you, out of easy. They all contain great stories about interesting characters. Who asked you? Is in a league of it's own.

What about Phoebe Strole’s performance did you like?

Sounded a little too much like Emma Galvin..; that is not a bad thing. The characters should have sounded a bi older.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

" The secret brother"

Any additional comments?

Perfect summer listen. Credit worthy for any girl over 18. Not like 50 shades a all. However does sadly contain a few adult scenes. You can pass them if you prefer they do not contain any info..They have been added to include 50.fans. In my opinion.

Orange Is the New Black: My Time in a Women's Prison

With her career, live-in boyfriend and loving family, Piper Kerman barely resembles the rebellious young woman who got mixed up with drug runners and delivered a suitcase of drug money to Europe over a decade ago. But when she least expects it, her reckless past catches up with her; convicted and sentenced to fifteen months at an infamous women's prison in Connecticut, Piper becomes inmate #11187-424.

What did you like best about Orange Is the New Black? What did you like least?

I have wanted to get this since season one started. Finally Europeans can listen to this alongside Audible friends accross the globe.

The fact that the book explains her stay in a very realistic way. The sex focus in season one was way too much. I do not have any knowledge about prison, but even I knew the sex stuff was not realistic and the book confirns this.11:11:11should have gone faster. I was bored out of my mind until chapter three .

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

I would made it shorter.

Which character – as performed by Cassandra Campbell – was your favorite?

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